Mr. Borgnine had a good attitude about life. In an interview with (I think ) Mike Douglas he told about a conversation he had with his stockbroker. Back in the early 60s the broker talked him out of buying stock in this little upstart film company called Fuji, because nobody could ever succeed competing against Kodak.

I had the pleasure to meet him several years ago in Soldotna. When leaving I said "pleasure to meet you sir." He replied" no it was my pleasure to meet you" A great man that gave so much to us. He donated many hours promoting the "Scottish Rite Ritecare" program for children with language disorders. I will never forget him and the impact he made on my life.